KYB 341607 Suspension Strut - Rear

KYB Excel-G Rear Strut for Expedition

KYB Excel-G part number 341607 is a rear suspension strut for 2003-2006 Ford Expedition models without air suspension. It is built to restore original ride control, stability, braking response, lane-change behavior, and handling for this Ford Expedition application.

The Excel-G line is KYB’s OEA replacement series, built on the same OE assembly lines and calibrated to return the vehicle to its original designed performance. For drivers replacing a worn rear strut on a Ford Expedition, 341607 provides an OE-style solution focused on control and suspension consistency.

Key Features

• KYB Excel-G OEA replacement strut for domestic SUVs and crossovers
• Fits 2003-2006 Ford Expedition, rear, excluding air suspension
• Nitrogen gas-charged twin-tube design
• Triple-lip fluid seal helps reduce oil and gas leakage
• Vehicle-specific, hand-assembled damping valves manage tire contact, steering response, and body movement
• Strong strut body and bracket construction helps minimize flex and maintain alignment
• Part number 341607

Detailed Description

KYB 341607 is engineered as a direct rear suspension strut replacement for the 2003-2006 Ford Expedition. It uses OE-quality components and KYB’s Excel-G calibration to restore the suspension behavior the vehicle was originally designed to deliver. This makes it a practical choice when the rear suspension has lost damping control, developed excess bounce, or no longer keeps the vehicle settled during braking and cornering.

The Excel-G product line is focused on restoring factory ride characteristics rather than changing them. KYB’s OE manufacturing background, combined with the twin-tube gas-charged design and in-house damping valve tuning, supports consistent tire contact and predictable body control. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 71370) for the same application.

Common Problems This Part Can Address

• Excessive rear bounce after bumps or dips
• Reduced stability during braking and lane changes
• Loose or unsettled rear suspension feel on a Ford Expedition
• Uneven tire contact caused by worn damping performance
• Loss of original ride control in 2003-2006 Ford Expedition rear suspension service

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify that the vehicle is a 2003-2006 Ford Expedition with rear suspension and no air suspension before ordering. Match the upper and lower mount types to the vehicle’s original setup, and inspect related suspension components such as mounts, bushings, and hardware condition before installation. After replacement, confirm ride height, alignment condition, and road-test the vehicle to verify proper damping response.

Quality Assurance

KYB manufactures Excel-G on OE assembly lines using OE-quality components and calibration intended to restore original suspension performance. The part number 341607 is built for the rear position on the Ford Expedition application listed above, with dimensions and mount specifications matched to the product design.